Not-for-profit power cooperative Great River Energy, which serves 1.7 million people across Minnesota and Wisconsin, has partnered with Prisma Photonics to roll out real-time monitoring technology across 90 miles of transmission lines in northern Minnesota. Prisma Photonics will provide its PrismaPower system to track threats like wildfires, ice, wind, and physical damage to the Minnesota grid. Read more…
Here’s our best look at the Kia EV4 so far, including the interior [Video]
Kia confirmed it will launch the EV4 this year as it fills out “a full lineup of popular EVs.” According to Kia, the EV4 is “an entirely new type of EV sedan with a distinct style and sports car-like proportions. However, it’s expected to be much cheaper than your average sports car. With its official debut around the corner, we are getting a closer look at what we can expect from the Kia EV4, including the inside. Check it out below. Read more…
Tesla Q4 earnings call recap, PE ratios, and big Texas solar project goes online
On today’s exciting episode of Quick Charge, we explore the Tesla Q4 earnings call’s high-level weirdness, including the impact Bitcoin had on the bottom line, what it means for stock prices, and whether or not you’ll die without Tesla’s solar roof. Read more…
Kia EVs will finally get access to North American Tesla Superchargers in a few weeks
Kia’s Supercharger access saga has just entered a new chapter today. To recap – Kia EVs in North America were supposed to get access to Tesla Superchargers starting on January 15. That didn’t happen, however, with the brand quietly changing its wording on the matter from that specific date to a much more vague “first quarter”. That ends on March… Read more…
Range Rover’s first EV now has 57,000 buyers on the waitlist
The wait is almost over. The Range Rover electric SUV will finally hit showrooms this year. As one of the most anticipated launches of 2025, Range Rover’s first EV already has 57,000 buyers on the waitlist. Here’s what you can expect from the luxury electric SUV. Read more…
A quarter of Tesla’s earnings were due to recongnizing a $600 million gain on Bitcoin
Roughly a quarter of Tesla’s earnings last quarter were due to recognizing a $600 million gain on Bitcoin. Tesla still came short of expectations. Read more…
A vast 600 MW Texas solar farm just hit a major milestone
Renewable developer Vesper Energy has installed the last of more than 1.36 million solar panels covering six square miles at Hornet Solar in Swisher County, Texas. Read more…
Mitsubishi will finally launch its first EV in the US in 2026 and it may twin with the Nissan LEAF
Mitsubishi confirmed plans to finally launch its first EV in the US in 2026. The new electric car is expected to look similar to Nissan’s next-generation LEAF, which will debut later this year. Read more…
DGeo’s Obexion FR for first responders extinguishes lithium battery fires
DGeo, the new DG Solutions division at US-based Labelmaster, has released Obexion FR, a mobile-ready system for first responders to extinguish and remediate lithium battery fires safely. The grab-and-go system from DGeo is designed specifically for first responders who need to mitigate lithium battery risks during and after emergencies. Part of DGeo’s line of Obexion… Read more…
Rivian CEO Sounds The Alarm On Trump’s Tariffs
R.J. Scaringe said tariffs on Mexico and Canada could have a bigger impact than the end of the EV tax credit. Read more…
Tesla admits HW3 to HW4 upgrade needed – yet another roadblock on the never-ending path to full self-driving
We are having a bit of a “Tesla Day” but that’s to be expected since the company has just released its Q4 results, followed by the call with Elon Musk. Tesla’s Full Self-Driving has been a topic of much debate and anticipation, and while the company has made significant progress in autonomous driving technology, the promised end result is not… Read more…
AI Is Coming For Your Car, Whether You Want It Or Not
Car companies are terrified of being left behind, but few have any compelling vision for what in-car AI will do. Read more…
UK’s Royal Mail adds 6,000th EV to its delivery fleet
The UK Royal Mail, a subsidiary of International Distribution Services, has deployed its 6,000th electric delivery van, adding it to 15 others at its Manchester mail center for deliveries and collections. So far, more than 240 Royal Mail offices use EVs. Royal Mail purchased its first 100 EVs in December 2017. Most of Royal Mail’s… Read more…
Reefer trailer refrigeration unit powered by solar, battery and regeneration
Powered semi-trailers, which carry batteries and electric motors to take some of the load of the tractor, are emerging as a cost-effective way to extend the range of an electric semi (or improve the fuel efficiency of a legacy tractor). Now a three-way partnership is testing a related concept—using electricity to power the refrigeration unit… Read more…
CATL says Chinese ‘EIVs’ are surging because they are affordable and more advanced
A new term is being used to describe Chinese electric vehicles. The latest buzzword in China is “EIV,” replacing the commonly used “EV.” According to CATL’s co-chairman, Chinese EIVs, or Electric Intelligent Vehicles, are surging as affordable options that offer more advanced tech and capabilities than traditional gas-powered cars.. Read more…
Tesla announces third Megafactory as competition heats up
Elon Musk announced that Tesla is already building a third Megafactory to produce more Megapacks just as the competition in the energy storage space heats u. Read more…
Velotric Valentine’s sale offers $800 in e-bike savings from $999, EcoFlow DELTA 2 Max and RIVER 3 Plus flash sales, more
We have a condensed selection of solid savings in today’s Green Deals, with Velotric’s Valentine’s Day sale taking the lead with up to $700 in initial e-bike price cuts, as well as an additional $100 taken off orders of any two models. It’s the perfect chance to fall in love with the popular 2024 Discover 1 Plus e-bike while it’s down at $1,199, among others. There’s also a one-day-only flash sale running as part of EcoFlow’s ongoing Game Day Power sale, which provides up to $1,099 in savings on two power station bundles – one for the DELTA 2 Max and and an 800W alternator charger at $1,399, and the other for the RIVER 3 Plus with a 45W solar panel and a protective bag for $269. We also have the second-ever discount on Greenworks’ latest 60V 17-inch Cordless Electric Push Lawn Mower at $300. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals are in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s $200 launch discount on Aiper’s new Surfer S2 Solar Pool Skimmer, Segway’s Valentine’s Day offers, and more. Read more…
Dear Carmakers: Want Tesla Buyers? Hurry Up And Make Better EVs
If you’re looking to dump your Model 3 or Model Y, there are good choices. But the best ones are out of reach. What gives? Read more…
Watch The World’s Fastest-Charging EV Hit 80% In 9 Minutes: ‘Freaking Wild’
The Zeekr 7X with the 800-volt Golden battery is capable of adding 1,270 miles of range per hour. Read more…
Polestar makes one-off Arctic Circle editions of the Polestar 3 and Polestar 4
Polestar has now created one-off Arctic Circle editions of its Polestar 3 and Polestar 4, following a similar version of the Polestar 2 that was first shown in 2022. These are rally inspired and meant to “express the Swedish brand’s performance DNA”, the company says. The trio will make its public debut at the 2025 FAT Ice Race in Zell… Read more…
